on the double
Example Sentences
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Remodelling her serve with the guidance of biomechanics expert Gavin MacMillan proved vital in cutting down on the double faults that had plagued her.
From BBC • Jan. 31, 2026
“It portrays the work on the double helix, the solving of the double helix, as the work of four equal contributors,” Dr. Comfort said.
From New York Times • Apr. 25, 2023
Tommy Pham singled and scored on the double by Devers in his debut with the Red Sox after a trade from Cincinnati Monday.
From Seattle Times • Aug. 2, 2022
“I said, ‘Ooh, I play jazz on the double bass,’ and he thought I meant in an amateur way.
From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 10, 2021
Bull ordered his son to dress on the double, to meet him at a muster formation in the kitchen, or be put on report.
From "The Great Santini" by Pat Conroy
